Panasonic BB-HCM581A-W Installation Guide - Page 1

Installation Guide Network Camera Indoor Use Only Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for future reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for customers in the USA and Puerto Rico BB-HCM580A Model No. (AC Adaptor Type) BB-HCM581A (PoE Ready) This manual is written for both the BB-HCM580A (AC Adaptor Type) and the BB-HCM581A (PoE Ready). Available features and operations vary slightly depending on the model. You can confirm the model no. of your camera by checking the model no. printed on the front of the camera. Please read the included Important Information before proceeding. Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM. • This document (Installation Guide) explains how to physically connect the camera to the power supply and network, as well how to mount or place the camera for regular use. • The Setup Guide describes how to set up the camera so that it can be accessed using a PC. • Refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM for details regarding the camera's features. • Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM if you have any problems configuring or using the camera. Abbreviations • UPnP is the abbreviation for "Universal Plug and Play". • The Network Camera is referred to as "the camera" in this document. • The Setup CD-ROM is referred to as "the CD-ROM" in this document. Installation Procedure Overview The following is an overview of the steps required to install and setup the camera. All steps are explained in this document unless otherwise noted. Preparation Confirm that you have all the items required for installation. Camera Diagram Make sure you know the names of the camera's physical features. Connections Connecting the camera to your network and to the power outlet. Setup Setting up the camera (described in the included Setup Guide). This involves configuring the camera so that it can be accessed from a PC. Mounting Mounting or placing the camera. Preparation 1. Confirm the following items are included in the camera's packaging. • Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368. Main Unit (1 pc.) Washer S (1 pc.) Order No. XWG26D12VW Used when securing the safety wire to the camera. Washer L (1 pc.) Order No. XWG4F16VW Used when securing the safety wire to the ceiling. Screw A (2 pcs.) Order No. XYN3+J6FJ Used to secure ceiling plate A to ceiling plate B. Ceiling Mounting Cover (1 pc.) Order No. PSKL1023Y2 Used when mounting the camera on a ceiling. Screw B (5 pcs.) Order No. XTB4+20AFJ Used to secure ceiling plate B (4 pcs.) and the safety wire (1 pc.) to the ceiling. Ceiling Plate A (1 pc.) Order No. PQZMHCM581A Used to secure the camera to ceiling plate B. Screw C (1 pc.) Order No. PQHV2610PJ65 Used for connecting the safety wire to the camera. Ceiling Plate B (1 pc.) Order No. PQMD10110Z Used to secure the camera to the ceiling. AC Adaptor (1 pc.) [BB-HCM580A Only] Order No. PQLV202U Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches) Safety Wire (1 pc.) Order No. PQME10080Z Used to secure the camera when mounting it. AC Cord (1 pc.) [BB-HCM580A Only] Order No. PSJA1069Z Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches) Important Information (1 pc.) Installation Guide (this document) (1 pc.) Setup Guide (1 pc.) 2. You will need the following additional items to install and configure the camera. Audio/Video Cord (1 pc.) [BB-HCM581A Only] Order No. PSJA1103Y Setup CD-ROM (1 pc.) Order No. PQQX15704XCD Contains the Setup Program needed to configure the camera, as well as the camera's documentation.* *See the included Important Information for a description of each document. - a PC (see the system requirements in the Important Information document) - a router - a LAN cable (CAT-5 straight cable) Option for BB-HCM581A You can also connect the camera using the optional Panasonic BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor. The BB-HCA3A includes the following items. AC Adaptor (1 pc.) Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches) AC Cord (1 pc.) Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches) © 2007 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. PQQX15933YA KK0207CM1107 1